The phantom of Bogue Holauba / 1911

Name: The phantom of Bogue Holauba / 1911
Author: Charles Egbert Craddock

By Charles Egbert Craddock

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A stranger traveling by river to a remote Southern plantation witnesses a spectral, luminous figure moving along a bog bank, provoking panic in his guide and unsettling the household that receives him. The narrative unfolds as an atmospheric tale of moonlit swamps, magnolia-shaded verandas, and private sorrow, where local superstition, strained hospitality, and buried history converge to explain or deepen the phantom’s mystery, sustaining a mood of suspense and reflective unease.

About the Author

Charles Egbert Craddock

Charles Egbert Craddock was the pen name of Mary Noailles Murfree, an American author known for her vivid depictions of life in the Southern Appalachian region. Active in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, she contributed significantly to the literary heritage of the American South through her short stories and novels. Her works often explore themes of nature, local culture, and the complexities of rural life. Notable titles include 'way down in Lonesome Cove, which showcases her skill in capturing the essence of the Tennessee mountains, and A Chilhowee Lily, reflecting her deep connection to the landscape and its people.